Tattoo Pain Chart: Most Painful Spots to Get Tattoos

The Tattoo Pain Scale  

There’s no secret that getting a tattoo is generally painful, but people may experience varying levels of discomfort depending on their own tolerance for pain. It’s common for males to cope with physical pain differently than females. It’s also good to note that the body parts experience different pain levels when tattooed.   

To help you pick the right location for your first tattoo, we, Vivid Ink Tattoos, have compiled a comprehensive list for you.  

Ten on the Pain Scale 

The Armpits  

Whenever you’re up for that extreme challenge, having your armpit tattooed on delivers one of the most uncomfortable tattoo experiences.  

Remember that your armpits have thousands of nerves that cause all the tickly feels. In that case, you’d certainly have to bear the ticklish and incredibly painful situation brought by the vibrations produced by the needle.  

The Rib Cage Area  

Second on the list is the rib cage area. Pain in this part can be terrible since the skin is extremely thin compared to most part of your body.  

Just like your armpits, getting a tattoo anywhere along this bony structure is nowhere near fun at all. Some tattoo enthusiasts described the pain as a sharp poke, likened to being stabbed.  

Since the needle moves between the ribs, the combination of burning uncomfortable sensation surely draws a lot of pain. Most seasoned tattoo artists in Melbourne even prepare you for the experience.  

The Ankles and Shins  

Another perfect tattoo placement for the brave and the bold are the ankles and shins. These parts are covered with thin layers of skin, making it one of the most uncomfortable areas to be tattooed on. But there’s a difference though – it hits the most painful when the tattoo is placed over the bone relative to placing it above or below the protruding done.  

The Erogenous Areas  

Nipples, breasts and genitals are incredibly sensitive areas.